Government efforts to break up Alphabet (Google) and Meta Platforms Inc. face significant roadblocks, according to a December 30, 2025 report.
Antitrust enforcers encountered a considerable hurdle. Courts defeated one lawsuit and blocked a request for a major divestiture in a separate case.
The evolving tech landscape also complicates the legal challenges. Technological developments, particularly in artificial intelligence, foster new competitors for Google’s dominant search engine.
This competitive environment complicates the narrative for trustbusters. It provides a more favorable outlook for Alphabet in its ongoing legal challenges.